overwhelm
US /ˌoʊ.vɚˈwelm/
UK /ˌoʊ.vɚˈwelm/
1.
submerger, accabler
to have such a strong emotional effect on someone that it is difficult for them to think or act normally
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She was overwhelmed by grief after losing her pet.
Elle a été submergée par le chagrin après avoir perdu son animal de compagnie.
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The beauty of the landscape overwhelmed him.
La beauté du paysage l'a submergé.
2.
submerger, écraser
to defeat someone or something completely
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The army was overwhelmed by the enemy's superior numbers.
L'armée a été submergée par le nombre supérieur de l'ennemi.
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The small business was overwhelmed by the sudden increase in orders.
La petite entreprise a été submergée par l'augmentation soudaine des commandes.